Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
mercredi 24 octobre 2018
When Does Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 6 Premiere on NBC? January, According to Terry Crews
Attention all Brooklynites! The return of Brooklyn Nine-Nine isn't as far off as you think.
After being canceled by Fox, the beloved comedy series was saved by NBC and revived for a sixth season. That means we'll get to see what happens after Jake and Amy's wedding, and check in with the rest of the gang. Plenty of reasons to be excited, no? Fortunately for all of us, star Terry Crews revealed exactly when we can expect our favorite detectives back on our TV screens: January.
The actor, who plays human teddy bear Terry Jeffords, dropped the news during an Instagram live video in which he was clearly on set and dressed as his character.
VIDEO | Terry Crews just announced on instagram live that Brooklyn Nine-Nine will be back with season 6 in January!! pic.twitter.com/85C2lj8Znm
- Brooklyn 99 Updates (@UPDATESB99) October 22, 2018
Although costars like Andy Samberg, Andre Braugher, Melissa Fumero, Joe Lo Truglio, and Stephanie Beatriz didn't appear in the video, we have a feeling the cast is going to be back up to their old antics in no time. Chelsea Peretti's Gina won't be there for all of season six, which is a bummer, but she guaranteed fans in early October that "that doesn't mean I won't ever be back, winky face emoji, heart emoji."
Meghan Markle Is Glowing on Her Australian Tour With Prince Harry - See All the Photos!
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are in the midst of their first royal tour as husband and wife! After touching down in Australia on Oct. 14, Meghan debuted her growing belly in style as she and Harry met with Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove and his wife, Lady Cosgrove, at Admiralty House in Sydney. The couple were joined by representatives from Harry's Invictus Games, and Meghan was positively glowing in a white dress while Harry looked dapper in a navy suit. To make things even sweeter, the governor-general gifted Meghan with her first baby present: a kangaroo stuffed toy!
Meghan and Harry have had a busy few days. Not only did they get to hang out with some baby koalas at the zoo, but they also caught a ferry to the Opera House, where they watched a rehearsal by the Bangarra Dance Company. During their stop in Dubbo on Oct. 17, Harry and Meghan were greeted by a group of schoolchildren and Harry delivered a powerful speech about mental health.
The royal couple landed in Melbourne on Oct. 18, where they met with some very emotional fans before attending a reception hosted by the Governor of Victoria at the Government House. There, Meghan received a little scare while watching a science experiment, but don't worry - it ended in a lot of giggles. Later, they visited Charcoal Lane and got a taste of Australian cuisine before heading to the beach. On Oct. 19, Harry and Meghan visited Sydney, where they met with OneWave founders Grant Trebilco and Sam Schumacher at Bondi Beach. OneWave is a local surfing community group that raises awareness for mental health. The couple also paid a surprise visit to the Macarthur Girls High School in Parramatta.
Come Oct. 20, Meghan and Harry attended the official opening of ANZAC Memorial, followed by an important return for the royals, as they participated in the 2018 Invictus Games Opening Ceremony. They started things off at the Jaguar Land Rover Driving Challenge, and Harry made sure to rehearse his speech in front of Meghan before the evening celebration at the Sydney Opera House. On Sunday, Kensington Palace revealed that Meghan would be cutting back on her events throughout the tour to rest at home. Harry stepped out for an Invictus Games cycling event, before being joined by Meghan in the afternoon for sailing. On Monday, the pair headed to Fraser Island, where they took a sunny stroll together and met with fans. The following day, Harry and Meghan left Australia for Fiji, where they were greeted in a strictly traditional fashion and attended a reception and dinner hosted by the nation's president. On Wednesday, the duo donned traditional outfits when they met with students at the University of the South Pacific.
Harry and Meghan's tour comes on the heels of Kensington Palace's announcement that the pair are expecting their first child! Even though we just found out about the news, Harry and Meghan reportedly told the royal family at Princess Eugenie's wedding last week. Congrats to Meghan and Harry!
If Your Pajamas Don’t Match Your Dog’s, You’re Going About Life So Very Wrong
There's a reason so many of us spend our weekends indoors, curled up underneath a blanket and wearing the fuzziest of pajamas. But what good are flannel PJs if you can't share them with your four-legged best friend? We combed through the cutest sets of human and animal matching sleepwear, and you won't believe what we found.
Take Charge of Your Bank Account With This 30-Day Spending Hiatus
If you're seeking some financial control this Fall, try saving like a boss with our 30-day spending hiatus challenge, and then shop away without the usual financial anxiety. Keep in mind that you don't necessarily have to start on the first day of the month to take on this challenge; just start whenever and keep at it for the next 30 days!
We Paid Off $55K of Debt in 2 Years - All on 1 Income
It was a crazy thought - paying off and cutting up every single one of my credit cards. It was an even crazier thought that one day we may not owe anyone a single dime.
I kept thinking to myself, "It'll never happen" and "I'm a stay-at-home mom with another baby on the way and my husband is a contractor, we can't make this work." But little by little, we did.
We killed off over $55,000 of debt in just two years, all while living on one income and growing our family of five. It was anything but easy, but the decision to become debt-free was the best one we ever made.
We killed off over $55,000 of debt in just two years all while living on one income and growing our family of five.
Our family members looked at us like we had lost our minds when we told them we no longer had a credit card for "emergencies" and when we got rid of our fully loaded Mac Daddy Tahoe for a well-loved, paid-for Sequoia with leather interior being the only bells and whistles it has.
My friends thought I was insane when I started walking dogs for extra money to pay off our debt even faster. "Uh, you're hugely pregnant and you're walking dogs in this heat?! Y'all must really need the money."
And the truth is, we did need the money. We needed every penny because we had a crazy plan of paying off all our debt. And this year, we are going to finish that plan and pay off our house.
By now, our friends and family don't think we're crazy anymore because they've seen firsthand the blessing that becoming free from the hold of debt has been to our family. My husband was able to quit a job that he no longer loved in favor of starting his own business again and being home more with our three children. We've been able to give like never before without fear that we won't have enough money left to pay the bills. We've been able to send our two oldest children to a private preschool, and we've been able to go on several vacations. All without using credit cards and all while paying off debt.
It hasn't been easy, but then again, nothing worthwhile ever is. If you want to join my family in the crazy and pay off debt, here's how you get started:
1. Stop Using It
In order to completely become debt-free, you have to make a commitment to stop using debt - of any kind. That means no more credit cards, no more taking out loans of any kind, and no more borrowing money from a relative.
It'll be scary at first, like real scary. You'll feel a little panic like you won't know what to do if this or that happens, which is why you must do step two . . .
2. Start Saving
Trust me when I tell you this - once you make the declaration to become debt-free, all of a sudden all these worries and panic will hit you. You'll start worrying how you'll pay to fix the car when it breaks down or how you'll pay your insurance deductible if an emergency happens. This is why you must absolutely start building up an emergency fund.
Start with your starting point - talk to your spouse about how much you want to save first. It could be as little as $500 and as high as $5,000. The point with the starting point is to pick a number that works well for your family but is not overwhelming.
A great emergency fund will end up having six months of your living expenses saved in it. Which for most folks, if you tallied up how much money it takes you to live every month, then multiply that number by six, it's probably at least $20,000 if not more.
The truth is that if you tried to make $20,000 your starting point instead of, say, $1,000, you'd end up overwhelmed and feeling defeated when you struggled to save up that amount. Don't do that to yourself. Pick a starting point that you can realistically save in the next month to three months.
Then once you've reached your starting point, pick another point and work your way up to your six-month emergency fund goal.
3. Pick Your Method
There are a lot of arguments in the personal finance community of which debt payoff method is better - the debt avalanche method or the debt snowball method. For me personally, I love the debt snowball method (and it's the one we used) because it helps you build up momentum and keeps you from feeling frustrated by little visible progress.
But obviously, you should pick the method that best works for you and your family. In case you're not familiar with these methods, here's how they work:
- Debt Snowball Method: In this method, you pay off the lowest balance debt first and then "snowball" up from there to the next lowest balance debt.
- Debt Avalanche Method: In this method, you pay off the debt with the highest interest rate and then "avalanche" from there down to the next highest interest rate debt.
4. Which Debt to Start With?
Once you've decided on the method you're going to use, you'll then pick which debt you're going to start paying off. In order to pay off this debt, you're going to have to throw every extra penny that you have at it.
5. Stick to It
This is the hard part of killing off the debt monster. You have to stay committed and focused to paying off your debt. Even when there are setbacks (and there will be setbacks!), you must keep going. The debts aren't going to pay off themselves.
Always remember to give yourself grace when you hit a stumbling block, but don't be afraid to get back up and back to work. Write down what your life will look like once you're debt-free, and keep that as inspiration for those tough days to help keep you motivated.
I Toured the Hocus Pocus Filming Locations (as a Witch), and Here's What Happened
Watching Hocus Pocus marathons in October is just as much of a tradition as popping bottles of champagne on New Year's Eve. But what isn't tradition - at least for the people I grew up around in Los Angeles - is actually visiting the Hocus Pocus filming locations in Salem, MA.
That changed this year when my boyfriend, Blake, made my childhood dreams come true. He surprised me with a road trip to Salem and gave me enough time to decide if we'd go as ourselves or as a witch and a warlock. I'm an October baby, so of course we were going as the latter. We packed up our Halloween costumes and makeup and headed on a 4.5-hour trip to Salem. Here's what happened next.
6 Best Dog Breeds For Families With Small Kids
It's not unusual for families to adopt a dog around the same time as having their own children. But are some dog breeds better suited for families with small children? We were recently asked that, so we reached out to Dr. Eva Radke, DVM, of the East San Rafael Veterinary Clinic in California to see what we could come up with.
There are various things to consider, according to Radke, aside from a dog just being a family-friendly breed. She recommends taking your own daily life into account. "Are you an active family who spends a lot of time hiking, running, and camping?" she asks. "Or do you tend to stay home cooking and enjoying movies? You will want to choose a dog whose temperament, size, and energy level best matches your family."
At the end of the day, it's also important to remember that your dog is just that: a dog. "Even the gentlest-mannered dog is still an animal with her own set of instincts and ways to express herself," Radke said. She suggests you never leave your small children unattended with the dog, just in case, and always supervise them when they're together. Your pup may always tolerate the ear and tail tugs from your kid, but you don't want to run the risk of the dog snapping one day when you aren't paying attention.
Keep reading to find six dog breeds Radke said are best suited for families, based on each breed's typical personality traits.
Phone Cases Are the Best Stocking Stuffers, and These Are Our 20 Favorites
We could all use another phone case; they're an easy way to express your personality, and it's fun to switch up your styles every now and again. Plus, the holidays are coming, and phone cases are pretty much the ultimate stocking stuffer. Everyone *should* use a phone case, and they're small enough to fit in even the tiniest stocking. These are our favorite phone cases right now, so read on and get ready to check everyone off your holiday shopping list.
Madeline Stuart on Modeling With Down Syndrome: "There's Never Been a Second I Thought I Couldn't Do It"
At just 21 years old (and only a few years into her modeling career), Madeline Stuart has accomplished more than most people hope for in a lifetime. In addition to being the first model with Down syndrome to participate in New York Fashion Week, the Australian native has also walked in more than 60 runway shows and has become a huge advocate for people with disabilities in the modeling world. "In the beginning, [a lot of] designers expected I would be happy to walk for free or for the 'experience,' which was very disheartening," she told POPSUGAR when we recently chatted with her about Disability Employment Awareness Month, which is this October. "I worked very hard to break down barriers to get where I am."
And Madeline isn't stopping anytime soon. In addition to two upcoming social media campaigns with large brands, she's also gearing up to travel the globe as Carnival Cruise's Fashion at Sea ambassador. "I will have a very busy year!" she told POPSUGAR. "I have some very exciting things happening at the moment."
And as for the people in the industry who still doubt her, she's determined to prove them wrong. "There has never been a second when I thought I couldn't do it," she said. "I love modeling, and that alone makes me work hard to overcome any obstacles that I'm faced with." To see what else she had to say about her impressive career and advice for other people with disabilities following their dreams, keep reading.
POPSUGAR: When did you first realize that modeling was what you wanted to do?
Madeline Stuart: It's funny because when I was growing up, I was never very interested in fashion or clothes and never pictured myself modeling! It all started when my mum took me to a fashion show in my hometown of Brisbane, Australia, and I fell in love with it. I was watching the models on the catwalk, and they were having so much fun. They looked confident and beautiful; I knew right away I wanted to have a career on the catwalk.
PS: Growing up, did people tell you that you wouldn't be able to model? If so, how did you respond to that?
MS: When I was growing up, I actually always wanted to be a waitress at a cafe. I didn't know that I wanted to model until I was 18, so thankfully, I didn't receive any criticism or judgment in regards to modeling because I wasn't involved with the industry back then.
PS: What were the first few steps you took to make your dreams come true?
MS: After the initial fashion show I watched with my mum, she booked me in for my first photo shoot. I had recently lost a lot of weight in the pursuit of become a fitter and healthier version of myself, so I was in great shape. I had so much fun, and the photos turned out amazing! My mum thought they were stunning and she wanted to share them with the world, so that's exactly what she did! She posted them to a public Facebook page and they went viral overnight. They were seen by millions of people, and from that point, my career took off. I started receiving offers from around the globe to come and model and attend amazing events. It's been a very exciting few years and I can't wait for what's to come!
PS: What's one obstacle that you've overcome in your career that you're really proud of?
MS: In the beginning, it was sometimes difficult for designers to see me as a professional and they expected that I would be happy to walk for free or for the "experience," which was very disheartening. I worked very hard to break down barriers to get where I am and felt I deserved to be treated the same as other models. My mum and I worked hard to educate people and make some serious changes in the industry for myself and other models with a disability. I can proudly say that I am now treated like the other professional models, and I do not get asked to walk for the "experience" anymore. It's real changes like this that make my job even more rewarding.
PS: Something you still struggle with?
MS: I am still not signed with a modeling agency; this is something we have been working hard to achieve from the beginning. It's been three and a half years that my mum has managed my career and done my bookings, because we can't find a suitable agency. We would really love for this to change!
PS: Was there ever a moment you thought you couldn't do it? If so, how did you push through that?
MS: There has never been a second when I thought I couldn't do it. I love modeling and that alone makes me work hard to overcome any obstacles that I'm faced with. From a very young age, my mum has always shown me that I'm able to do anything I want. She tells me every day that I'm capable of anything if I work hard.
PS: What advice do you have for someone else with a disability who wants to have a career and follow their dreams?
MS: The best advice I have is to believe in yourself and work hard at the things you want to achieve. I know a lot of people who give up when things get hard, but if you can push through, things are always better on the other side, and you'll be so proud of what you've achieved.
PS: What advice would you give your younger self just starting out in her career?
MS: To enjoy the ride! I have loved every moment of my journey, but I know it can be easy to forget sometimes. I would say to anyone starting out in the industry to work hard but also make sure to have fun at the same time, because what is life without fun?
PS: What do you want employers to know about people with Down syndrome applying for jobs?
MS: I would like them to know that we are very capable of doing everything you ask. You might need to explain or show us in a different way than you're used to, but I promise we can work hard! I, for example, find it easier when designers show me what I need to do rather than tell me. I always get it right, I just learn in a different way.
PS: What is your favorite part about your job?
MS: The modeling! I love walking the catwalks - it makes me feel at home and it's a feeling I'll never be able to truly describe. I also love all the traveling I've been able to do with my job. I've seen some incredible parts of the world and I'm thankful for that every day.
PS: What's your dream modeling gig?
MS: I think every model's dream is to walk for Victoria's Secret, and mine is no different! It would be a life-changing experience.
PS: What is the best career advice you've ever gotten?
MS: I think the best career advice I've ever gotten is to remember my worth. There was a time I felt being included was enough as I had longed to feel that way, but now I know that I'm a benefit to any commercial company, I bring exposure and create a more inclusive environment. And just like any other professional person, I am commercially viable.
PS: Who is your favorite supermodel?
MS: Karlie Kloss. She is amazing and beautiful, and she advocates for some very prevalent and important issues, which I love. She also empowers young women, which is so important!
PS: Who are your biggest role models? Why?
MS: My mum is my biggest role model in so many different ways. She's my best friend, and none of this would be possible without her. She's not only the strongest woman I know, but she's also the most loving person in the world. She has taught me everything I know and shown me how to be the best person I can be. She taught me that kindness is beauty and that if I'm kind, I'm the most beautiful girl in the world. She reminds me every day that I am strong, loved, and beautiful. I love her more than anything.
PS: What projects are you working on now?
MS: I have some very exciting things happening at the moment! I've just finished two social media campaigns with Aldo and Diesel. I'm the ambassador for Carnival Cruise lines P&O cruises for Fashion at Sea, where I'll be doing fashion shows and meet-and-greets on two of their ships. And I'm also starting a huge campaign with PopSockets. Next year we have some huge projects that are just being finalized, so it looks like I'll have a very busy year of traveling the globe again. Stay tuned on my social media to keep up to date with any announcements.
7 Times the Lottery Curse Was Broken
We've all heard the lottery horror stories about winners who had it all and lost it. From bankruptcy and jail time to murder, many lottery winners seem to be cursed with bad luck - or maybe just bad judgment.
Fortunately, a sunnier side to lottery stories exists. Some winners have done great things with their winnings, and others have wisely chosen to employ experts to help them manage the lump of cash they lucked into. Below are seven lottery stories that prove winning the lottery can be a blessing, not a curse!
- Allen and Violet Large Donated All Their Winnings
This Canadian couple made headlines in 2010 not only for winning $11.2 million in the lottery, but also for giving most of it away. When the pair, in their 70s at the time, received the money, they decided that others needed it more. After setting up their family members financially, the Larges chose to donate the majority of their winnings to hospitals and other charitable organizations.
- Colin and Christine Weir Gave to Their Community and Children in Need
While known to splurge every now and then, this Scottish couple has given large amounts over the years to causes that moved them. Since winning about $250 million in 2011, the two have made notable donations to a little girl with cerebral palsy, a promising young artist, and a child in need of a prosthetic limb. They also gave their house to their neighbor, who was a teen mother, and contributed countless dollars to fund causes in their community through the Weir Charitable Trust.
- Jim and Carolyn McCullar Planned For Future Generations
In 2011, Jim and Carolyn McCullar, from a small town in Washington state, won half of a $380 million prize in the Mega Millions lottery. The couple, who claimed their part of the second-largest jackpot in US history at the time, took the win in stride. Instead of blowing the money all at once or planning extravagant trips around the world, the McCullars said they planned on using the money to give future generations of their family comfortable lives.
- Louise White Hired Legal Help and Established a Trust
Eighty-one-year-old Louise White walked away with around $210 million in 2012, after claiming a lump-sum prize from the $336 million Rhode Island Powerball lottery jackpot. White decided not to detail her exact plans for the money. She did indicate that it would make her family happy, and also hired legal help and safely deposited the winnings in a trust named after the sherbet she bought alongside her winning ticket.
- Les Robins Founded a Day Camp For Children
When Les Robins won the $111 million jackpot in 1993, it was the highest Powerball jackpot to date. It's likely that his background as a middle school teacher inspired Robins to use a large portion of his winnings to build a day camp for children.
- Jim Dancy Gave It All Away
Jim Dancy didn't break any lottery-winning records when he claimed $10,000 in the Michigan Lottery's Club Keno game, but he warmed many hearts when he chose to donate all of his winnings to Greater Kalamazoo United Way instead of keeping any for himself.
- Ed Nabors Went Fishing
One winner, former Georgia truck driver Ed Nabors, decided to take a simpler route than most when he claimed half of a $390 million prize. He chose to call it a day and go fishing.
Do NOT Roast Your Turkey Without Trying This Foil Hack
When I visited Butterball to participate in turkey-roasting training, I learned a fascinating trick: this "coil of foil." As a turkey roasts, you want all that hot air circulating around as much of the bird as possible, so the bird cooks faster and more evenly. To do that, the turkey needs to be elevated off the bottom of a roasting pan. While some seasoned cooks may own a roasting rack to get the job done, I, like many, don't. But that's OK because it can be hacked with a "coil of foil."
Simply take a large piece of heavy-duty foil, crunch it into a long tube shape, and press it into a ring shape. Then place it inside your roasting dish. Be sure to spray it down with cooking spray or oil (along with the tray itself) before placing your turkey on top. Hello, golden skin and perfectly cooked turkey!
30 Fun and Cheap Things to Do This Halloween
If you love Halloween, it's easy to go all out for the holiday and blow through your wallet in the process. But celebrating doesn't have to leave you completely broke by Nov. 1. You can still participate in all the spooky and sugar-filled activities on a budget and have fun while you're at it. See 30 cheap things you can do this Halloween ahead.
What Is Ginger Beer, Anyway?
For a refreshment so popular, it's interesting to note how many misconceptions exist about ginger beer. The drink, which originated in the mid-1700s in England, was first known as a fermented alcoholic beverage made from sugar, ginger, water, and a starter culture known as ginger beer plant. But today, the name "ginger beer" is actually a misnomer, as most commercial ginger beer is a soft drink and contains no alcohol (although a few brands, such as Crabbie's, do).
In comparison to ginger ale, ginger beer is more robust in flavor with a spicy quality. Ginger beer can be enjoyed alone, but it also plays a starring role in cocktails such as the dark and stormy and the Moscow Mule. How do you like to drink it?
Order in the Court! 13 Ruth Bader Ginsburg Gifts You Must Buy This Holiday
Ruth Bader Ginsburg is not only our personal hero, but a national treasure who must be protected at all costs. The badass feminist is an icon to so many, and her beloved fans would be so happy to receive some RBG merch. Plus, she can definitely do more push-ups than us. This holiday season, it's time to show up and stand with the Supreme queen, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
16 Cool Amazon Products That Will Change Your Life - All Under $30
Amazon is a truly magical one-stop-shop for everything imaginable. Though most people head to the site for everyday needs, there are some really useful and unique products we bet you never even knew existed. We've rounded up our favorite items - all under $30 - that are equal parts practical and fun. We bet they'll change your life!
21 Cool Tech Gifts Anyone Would Be Thrilled to Receive This Holiday Season
When it comes to rising gift trends, we're seeing a big focus on tech products that will make your life easier. Whether that means giving you time back in your day or keeping things all in one place, products are being designed to make the user's day better. We curated a list of the most gift-worthy releases anyone on your list would be excited to get for the holidays. Shop through these genius gadgets.
How to Shred Brussels Sprouts Without a Food Processor
Deeply caramelized roasted brussels sprouts might get the lion's share of fanfare - they are mighty delectable, after all - but we'd like to urge you to try the petite cabbages in a slightly more refined fashion: shredded in a zingy salad that will knock your socks off. But before we get ahead of ourselves, click through to find out how to take them from round orbs to delicate ribbons with ease.
The 10 Best Travel Products From Amazon - All Under $20
Whether you're going on a work trip, vacation, or big backpacking adventure, you need to be prepared. There's nothing worse than being far away from home without the necessities. Luckily, stocking up on what you need doesn't have to burn a hole in your pocket. Amazon offers a variety of travel products for reasonable prices. Plus, if you have Amazon Prime, many of these items can arrive at your door in as little as two days. If you don't know where to start, we rounded up the most important (and genius) products you need for your next journey. Consider this your ultimate checklist. Waste no time and get to shopping.
I Toured the Hocus Pocus Filming Locations (as a Witch), and Here's What Happened
Watching Hocus Pocus marathons in October is just as much of a tradition as popping bottles of champagne on New Year's Eve. But what isn't tradition - at least for the people I grew up around in Los Angeles - is actually visiting the Hocus Pocus filming locations in Salem, MA.
That changed this year when my boyfriend, Blake, made my childhood dreams come true. He surprised me with a road trip to Salem and gave me enough time to decide if we'd go as ourselves or as a witch and a warlock. I'm an October baby, so of course we were going as the latter. We packed up our Halloween costumes and makeup and headed on a 4.5-hour trip to Salem. Here's what happened next.
These 50+ Gifts Will Have Your Man Giving You Major Heart Eyes
Men are fairly simple creatures. That is, until you have to buy them a gift. They are unclear about what they want, if they even do want anything at all. Finding something that your boyfriend likes is almost as hard as them trying to figure out why you are mad at them for leaving the toilet seat up.
So, we found the best presents that your SO will appreciate as much as he appreciates when you don't get mad at him for leaving the seat up (again). This list includes all kinds of things from drones to classic pajama sets and covers a wide range of boyfriends, from adventurous to relaxed and everything in between.
Make gift-giving a fun part of your relationship any time of year.
For Black Women Survivors, #MeToo Is Still Falling Short
What people don't know about public sexual assault survivors like myself is that, at some point, you've got to make peace before you can help anyone, and you have to come to terms with the fact that your life was spared.
It took me 10 years to tell my story. My family had never heard it, but because of the anger I felt after learning about even more R. Kelly allegations in July 2017, I decided I needed to take down my guard, rebel against my own silence, and tell my own sexual assault story in solidarity with other black women survivors.
I worked and toured as a musician for many years before I became a full time journalist, and I was assaulted while pursuing my dreams as a musician. At the time, it was clear this attack was intended as an exchange for advancing my music career. This experience shaped my adult life, much of which I've devoted to intersectional feminism - both as a survivor and an advocate for survivors. Intersectional feminism is a form a feminism that faces the systemic issues that are unique to black women, including losing partners, family, and children to mass incarceration, police brutality, and racial discrimination.
"Despite how deeply invested men, white women, and non-survivors might be, I have a special ability to connect to black women survivors like me."
So, my life has not changed very much since the #MeToo movement emerged into the international consciousness one year ago. What happened with Harvey Weinstein wasn't the least bit surprising to entertainment professionals like myself. It was frustrating to watch to watch white, wealthy starlets overshadow the black women survivors and their families who had been coming forward to fight entertainment leaders like R. Kelly and Bill Cosby for so many years beforehand. As a musician, I was a victim of the industry and was told to do many of the things the white starlets said they were asked to do, like reveal my body or lose 15 pounds in just a few weeks. I had experience in what the women of Hollywood were revealing, and although after 10 years I felt like I was alone in my story, I felt black women had been telling these stories for years and were not believed.
My reporting on many allegations that preceded #MeToo, like R. Kelly's sexual assault allegations, continued immediately after #MeToo with more context. I spoke to women of all ages and races about their survivor experiences, but I knew it was important for the work and conversation to be led by me. As a black women and survivor, I would give more depth and perspective in the work. Despite how deeply invested men, white women, and non-survivors might be, I have a special ability to connect to black women survivors like me and other stories like my own. Continuing the reporting and conversations in my work - instead of writing as if #MeToo was a new phenomenon - was something I think #MeToo founder Tarana Burke eloquently expressed in her Twitter feed on Oct. 15, 2018.
In a series of messages, she remembered waking up to "find out that the hashtag #metoo had gone viral and I didn't see any of the work I laid out over the previous decade attached to it. I thought for sure I would be erased from a thing I worked so hard to build . . ." However, Burke said, "The most interesting thing happened over the next 24 hours. I posted a video of me giving a speech about #metoo from 2014 and that went viral. And then people began to get confused - had "white hollywood" tried to steal this from a black woman?!? . . . The short answer, No. But I was definitely in danger of being erased if you all black women and our allies and friends, didn't speak up."
The short answer, No. But I was definitely in danger of being erased if YOU ALL Black women and our allies and friends, didn't speak up. But something else happened too. I watched for hours that first day as more and more stories poured out across social media from survivors. +
- Tarana (@TaranaBurke) October 15, 2018
My sentiments were very similar when the movement began, as Alyssa Milano was given credit for opening up the conversation about #MeToo, with headlines like, "A year ago, Alyssa Milano started a conversation about #MeToo", giving her sole credit while erasing the movement's true source. Burke started the conversation 10 years ago, along with thousands of black women who had been fighting against sexual assault. But once Burke's organization, which was started to advocate the safety of black women, was "unintentionally" rebranded by white women and for white women by Milano's endorsement, the movement took off and white women in Hollywood largely took the credit.
"The opportunity on the part of the wealthy women was missed to educate the public on what these women have been doing by following up and showing up in black communities and rural communities, and investing their time and money with a hands on-approach."
This was a huge problem. The resources, safe spaces, and platforms specifically created for black women survivors were transferred to wealthy white women. This left black women with less than what they initially had via Burke's decade of efforts, which can ultimately be considered erased, since no one can truly know who she impacted during her time as a community activist. At the Golden Globes, I witnessed white Hollywood starlets truly believe they were doing their part by walking side by side with renowned international women of color activists like Burke, Rosa Clemente, Ai-jen Poo, Mónica Ramírez, and Calina Lawrence, but all they did was show their glamorous version of white feminist allyship, leaving much to be desired on their stance on black women mass incarceration, workers and farmer rights, reproductive discrimination of black women, and so on.
I am glad Burke and activists took the invitation to participate in the Golden Globes and seized a moment for visibility, but that is because in their lives, their appearances were not a means to an end. They would go back to work and continue fighting sexism and misogyny as experts and leaders in their fields, and their work will continue to be incredibly important and effective, whether they receive public recognition or not. But it seemed for the starlets, the alliances were largely for show. The opportunity on the part of the wealthy women was missed to educate the public on what these women have been doing by following up and showing up in black communities and rural communities, and investing their time and money with a hands on-approach. At the very least, there was not much media attention of the starlets' community connection and efforts. The hardworking activists were expected to come to the world of the white and wealthy. The white and wealthy were not seen working to meet the people the activists truly served: the underprivileged and disenfranchised.
Of course, Weinstein should have been held accountable, but we must do more to recognize that there were and are so many systemic sexist issues - and a rape culture that lives and breeds in our own communities - far from Beverly Hills. So, one year later, as a black woman reliving her experience with #MeToo, I am convinced that the movement still has a very limited scope of what truly needs to be fixed in the United States and around the world.
If Your Pajamas Don’t Match Your Dog’s, You’re Going About Life So Very Wrong
There's a reason so many of us spend our weekends indoors, curled up underneath a blanket and wearing the fuzziest of pajamas. But what good are flannel PJs if you can't share them with your four-legged best friend? We combed through the cutest sets of human and animal matching sleepwear, and you won't believe what we found.
Holy Dumbledore! This 16-Piece Hogwarts House Dinner Set Is a Harry Potter Fan's Dream
Ever dreamed of dining in the Great Hall at Hogwarts? Well, we can get you pretty close. Amazon just released this Harry Potter Hogwarts House Porcelain 16-Piece Dinnerware Set ($99), and we are freaking out. It includes plates, bowls, and mugs, all in different house colors.
Yep, you can eat off of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, or Ravenclaw dishware whenever you want. Whether you're planning Thanksgiving dinner or a wizard-themed party, you'll have the most magical tablescape of all the muggles. Even better: all pieces are microwave- and dishwasher-safe.
Read on to check out all the different pieces, then treat yourself to this set before it apparates. The Harry Potter fan in you deserves it.
18 Creative Costumes For Expectant Mamas
It's time to play dress up with your bump! Halloween may normally be all about the cute kiddo costumes, but pregnant ladies have an awfully fun - and relatively rare - opportunity to dress up their bump.
Whether a mama-to-be is in the market for cute, sexy, comfy, or homemade, there are plenty of options to accessorize that belly. (All that tasty snack food isn't a bad incentive to get out of the house, either.)
Keep reading for a selection of costumes made to fit a fully expanded waistline.
My Kid Wants Me to Dress Up For Halloween but I Refuse - Is That Terrible?
There's not much I won't do for my kids in life in general, but especially on holidays and special occasions. I've spent hours on eBay bidding for toys they claimed they couldn't live without. I've planned elaborate parties for their birthdays, cost be damned both in terms of dollars and my own mental health. I've researched and taken them to our area's best Easter egg hunts, Christmas parades, and Fourth of July fireworks shows. But there's one holiday - which, unfortunately, happens to be one of their favorites - that I just can't get excited about, and that, my friends, is Halloween.
Sure, I like seeing cute kids in silly costumes as much as anyone, but when it comes to putting any real effort into making my family's Halloween extra special, I can't muster the energy. In our neighborhood, I seem to be alone in my apathy. An absurd number of homes are decked out, and I'm not talking about a couple of Jack-o'-Lanterns or a spooky door decoration. Oh no, my neighbors have spent serious cash and energy to create displays of headless horseman, fire-breathing dragons, two-story spider webs, and massive ghosts, zombies, and witches. We basically live in the land of haunted houses.
Being surrounded by so much Halloween enthusiasm has been both good and bad. On one hand, it's made the holiday more fun for my kids and, in turn, for me. But it's also taught them that Halloween deserves serious celebration, and they're starting to see that my efforts are coming up short.
After a lifetime of Halloween costume antipathy, putting any effort into dressing up now just isn't happening. A Halloween hater can only do so much.
"Why don't we decorate our house for Halloween like everyone else?" my 7-year-old daughter recently asked me. I explained to her that not everyone decorates their houses and that our neighborhood is atypical in its enthusiasm for a holiday that's targeted at kids and celebrated for about two hours tops. "Well, if you won't put up decorations, will you at least wear a costume?" she continued, ever the little negotiator.
For a second, I considered it. After all, I love a theme party and recently went all out in '80s gear for a 7-year-old's birthday bash. Why wouldn't I dress up for a holiday that gives adults permission to look as nutty or slutty as they want? But, something - most likely my inner Halloween-hating voice - held me back from agreeing to her request, as much as I want to please her.
"You know what, honey? I really just want to focus on you for Halloween, and if I had to get all dressed up, it would take time away from you and your brother." She considered my response, then quickly went back to negotiation mode. "How about a cat ear headband and a painted nose?" she offered. I told her I'd consider it, but I'm hoping once the day actually arrives, she'll accept a fist full of mini candy bars instead.
I've thought a lot about what's behind my aversion to dressing up on Halloween. Perhaps it started with my own mom, who wasn't that interested in the holiday when I was a kid. There were many a year I remember scrounging in her closet hours before trick or treating began, trying to find passable makings of a hippie or a rocker, motivated much more about the prospects of candy and camaraderie than impressing anyone with my costume.
In college, I was all about a decade dance or themed party, but the idea of choosing from an entire world of costumes seemed both overwhelming and embarrassing. And transforming myself into a sexy nurse/vampire/maid just wasn't my thing. So, after a lifetime of Halloween costume antipathy, putting any effort into dressing up now - when the one holiday I feel just "eh" about requires me to buy loads of candy, make batches of cocktails and hot chocolate according to normal neighborhood trick-or-treating practices, and attend multiple parades and parties at my children's schools - just isn't happening. A Halloween hater can only do so much.
However, I didn't want to totally ignore my kid's request for another costumed member of our family. Knowing my husband wasn't going to pick up my slack, I turned to the newest member of our clan and bought a plush hot dog costume for our dog. Upon first sight, he immediately hated it. I told him I totally understood.
Spooktacular Eats: 12 Fun Halloween Dinner Ideas
Make Halloween even more exciting with a quick and easy dinner to enjoy before heading out for a night of trick-or-treating fun. Whether heading to a party or hitting the neighborhood with the kids, these recipes are tasty for children of all ages and have a bit of a Halloween edge.
From spooky snacks to full-on meals, these 12 Halloween dinner recipes are ready to fill you up before a night of spook-tacular adventures.
My Kids Are Too Young For Halloween, but I Bring Them Trick-or-Treating Anyway
Many parents opt out of taking their babies trick-or-treating on Halloween. I get it. The kids are too small, they won't remember a thing, they can't walk up to a house and ask for candy, and you feel a little bad splurging on an adorable costume that definitely won't fit them for more than a week. But if you're on the fence about taking your littlest ones door-to-door this year, I'm here to tell you that it can also be totally worth it.
No, they won't remember their first time trick-or-treating, but they will have those obnoxious family photos with our matching costumes to look back on.
For my son's first Halloween, he was only five months old, so I debated whether or not I should take him trick-or-treating. Bringing him meant I had to carry him, and if he was in a costume, that would make things even more of a challenge. It also meant that my husband and I had to do all the actual trick-or-treating while he smiled and charmed everyone. But as most first-time parents know, we really wanted to show him off. So, after a little bit of thought and a lot of costume searching, we dressed him up in a Detroit Tigers costume. He couldn't have looked any cuter. My husband, in-laws, and I walked the streets and took turns having him strapped inside the baby carrier or planted on our hip. People kept stopping us and commenting about how cute he was, and to be honest, hearing those things all night made me so happy. My son was all smiles at every new face that looked his way (many of whom were in costumes), and even though he won't remember it, I like to think that gave him a really good foundation for fun Halloween memories. So, after that first successful year, we decided to do it again when we had our daughter.
We immediately became that family of four that wears matching themed costumes. Cheesy, I know, but I just can't help myself. It's so fun! On my daughter's first Halloween, we all went as part of the Curious George crew. My husband was The Man with the Yellow Hat, I was Professor Wiseman, my almost 2-year-old son was Curious George himself, and our baby daughter was a banana. She definitely won't remember her first time trick-or-treating with her big brother, but she will have those obnoxious family photos with our matching costumes to look back on, and that's more than worth it to me. The photos will serve as a reminder of the early days when my husband and I were just starting to build our very own family traditions.
I understand why some parents don't want to bring their babies trick-or-treating, but I definitely don't think those who do should be shamed because of it. Yes, it's a lot of work and the weather rarely cooperates, but it's also about spending quality time together as a family. And those photos (of matching costumes or not) will last a lifetime for both you and your children. You'll be able to look back on them and tell your kids all about their very first Halloween, and that's something they'll always remember.
Why I Want My Son to Interrupt You
"I. Sky. Look. Elephant. Elephant. Elephant," Charlie hits on his speaking device, the thing that looks just like an iPad.
Despite myself, I actually look at the sky. There is no elephant. Of course there isn't. Charlie snorts, and I hold his hands between mine before he can hit repeat. It's his favorite thing to do - fool me into thinking he's communicating, when really he's just playing. His best game? Hitting a million nonsensical buttons in a row to make his speaking device sound like it's hyperventilating.
"Charlie, I know you're being silly, but can you use your voice for me? Can you tell me about school?"
By the time Charlie grows up and leaves the nest, I want him so savvy on this speaking device that it's like watching a young Steve Jobs, maestro at the keys.
It's four o'clock in the afternoon and he's just had a full day of kindergarten, and I know the last thing he wants to do is more work. But I really do want to know how reading and PE went. Did he get out of his wheelchair at all? Did he interact with his friends? With my younger two kids, I take for granted their daily recitation of preschool - he ate a booger at lunch; she swung on the big kid swing all by herself; they both skipped naps. But with Charlie, each nugget of information is precious. His cerebral palsy limits his language to a handful of signs, gestures, and words. This speaking device is all about expanding that. I would rejoice if he told me he ate a booger.
We're working on the device now, so early in life, because I want him to be as independent as possible down the road - and having a voice is a giant part of that. He understands everything, can read, do math, and navigate an iPad like an old-school hacker, but no one is going to know these things if he can't find the words to tell them. The working world is not going to be swinging open its doors at his approach if he can't prove himself. I understand what he needs and wants without him having to say a word, but that's a mom thing, not a boss thing.
By the time Charlie grows up and leaves the nest, I want him so savvy on this speaking device that it's like watching a young Steve Jobs, maestro at the keys. I want the words to come so smoothly that you forget it's a voice on a screen. I want him to interrupt you. Yes, I do. I want his colleagues and supervisors to be unable to ignore his opinion when he offers it. Because this kid always has an opinion, and he deserves to be heard. The key is to find out how to best let it out.
And so, on this rainy, Fall afternoon, we sit together on the couch sharing a Costco package of Goldfish and talking about elephants in the sky. It turns out he had checked out a Disney Dumbo book from the library. Perhaps we are farther along than I thought.
Why I'll Never Force My Family to Do Holiday Portraits
I'm all for beloved holiday traditions, but one thing I've never been into? Holiday family portraits. While they've always been around, they seem to have gained even more popularity in recent years, especially with social media. Whenever I scroll through my Instagram or Facebook feeds once the weather gets cold, I begin to see the professional snapshots, one more elaborate than the last. Everyone is dressed alike (sometimes in matching pajamas), siblings wear ugly holiday sweaters, and every single person flashes a picturesque smile. If you're one of those moms who can rally the family to do this, I truly applaud you, but I can't and won't.
To me, staged and professional family photos - especially around the holidays - aren't very memorable. I prefer candid, messy, and even blurry photos from our time together during the festive months. In professional portraits, everyone looks their best, is perfectly posing against a nice backdrop, and is told to smile and say cheese. I know that if that was my family, I wouldn't stumble upon those a few years later and think, "That was such a magical day." But the few photos I manage to capture of my kids making snow angels before I almost drop my phone in the snow? I'll cherish those forever.
Snapping pictures throughout the holidays is an important pastime in my family. Not only can I look back at old ones from my own childhood, but I love creating new ones with my kids, too. Someone is always snapping away in our house, and after a hectic day of being with family, I love looking at all the captured memories. It's an amazing reminder that there are magical moments happening all around me, even if I can't see them at the time. It also reminds me what's really important: family and being together. All of the energy I put into planning, organizing, and hosting is so worth it, and these photographs are proof.
Not doing holiday family portraits also takes the pressure off me. It's one less thing I have to organize, and I don't have to worry about painting a perfect family image that isn't realistic. We're loud, disheveled, and it's extremely hard to get my kids to smile at the same time, but that's exactly how I like it. But if other families cherish the memories they make while taking family portraits, then that's exactly what they should do. There's no right holiday family traditions, and any photo is worth keeping in my opinion.
So, while I can appreciate the moms who take the time to match their families in those adorable holiday outfits, I'm definitely more of an outtakes kind of mom. I hope my children feel that way when they get older and dig out our holiday albums. I want them to flip through the photos and be instantly taken back to those feelings of home, family, and yes, burnt turkey.
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The Best Lego Sets of 2018 That'll Have Your Kids Building For Hours
Despite technology paving the way for some seriously advanced toys these days, Lego building blocks are still one of the most popular. While children can foster their creativity while building simple or elaborate Lego sets, parents are able to watch their kids problem-solve and become more strategic thinkers. Plus, Lego themes are pretty much endless, so you're bound to please just about any kid. As long as you're careful not to step on any in the middle of the night, bust out your wallet and check out the hottest new Lego sets for 2018!
Related: Pack Your Damn Bags ASAP Because There's a Life-Size Lego House You Can Stay In
I Don't Let My Kids Eat Their Halloween Candy, but I Swear I'm Not a Witch
Like most kids, Halloween was my favorite holiday growing up. Why? Candy, obviously. The costumes and haunted houses were fun and all, but my goal was to stockpile as much candy as humanly possible, ditch all the garbage nobody wanted (you know who you are, toothbrushes, dimes, and Bit-O-Honey), and see how much of that sweet treasure I could consume in one night.
Now that I'm a parent (who also happens to be a nutritionist), my views toward Halloween have changed just a smidge, and, yes, I am that mom who makes her kids trade in their trick-or-treat candy. Before you call me a bad mom and tell me how my plan is going to backfire in my face when my kids turn into candy-gorging monsters who hide empty wrappers under their bed, hear me out.
It's not easy, but I do try to strike a balance between being overly strict and allowing Halloween to turn into a month-long candy fest. I do this by limiting the number of Halloween activities we participate in and by having my kids turn in most of the Halloween candy they collect.
Seriously, though, when did the entire month of October turn into one long Halloween party? Before I had kids, I naively believed that you celebrated Halloween by trick-or-treating on Oct. 31. Now there are trunk-or-treats, school parties, and something called "Boo at the Zoo." At first, we got wrapped up in the excitement of taking our little guys out to show off their costumes. We quickly realized, however, that they were getting candy pretty much every weekend in October, and Halloween lost some of its sparkle. Now, we limit the festivities to one function during the month of October and then trick-or-treating on Halloween night. It's definitely helped to get the candy situation under control, and bonus, I don't have to constantly say "no" every time my kids whine for "just one more piece."
With the candy they do bring home, we let them go through it and pick out a few of their favorites (who am I to deny someone the joy of a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup?), and then they trade in the rest of their candy for a special prize. We don't go over the top with it (I'm pretty sure my oldest chose a lightsaber from Target last year). And this year, I plan to give them a dollar limit and let them choose a toy or a few art supplies they've been asking for.
Even though I don't want all that candy in our house, I still feel guilty just throwing it in the trash. Last year, we found out through Facebook that a local dentist office was accepting candy donations to be sent to our troops overseas. We even have a local grocery store that will trade your candy for fresh produce!
Depending on where you live, you should be able to search the name of your city and "Halloween candy donation" or "candy buy back" and come up with a few options for donating your unwanted candy. If your search comes up empty, you can reach out directly to Operation Gratitude, Operation Shoebox, or Ronald McDonald House to find ways to donate. If all else fails, make this Halloween Candy Graveyard and invite a few friends over so you can share your sugary riches.
I Should Probably Feel Bad About the Halloween Prank I Play on My Kids Every Year, but It's Just Too Good
I love everything about Halloween. From the creative and cute costumes, endless scary movie marathons, and creepy decorations to the haunted house outings and the trick-or-treating, I go all out every year. Since my kids are still pretty young (4 and 6), I have to keep my love for all things spooky in check, but that definitely doesn't mean I still don't have a little festive fun with them. And one of my very favorite Halloween traditions I started with my kids is playing a harmless prank on them every year.
I pick a day during the month of October (I don't do this on actual Halloween because they'll see it coming, so I pick a different day every year) and run to the dollar store to buy a ton of fake bugs, spider rings, and more. While my kids are still sound asleep, I tiptoe into their dark bedrooms and carefully place all of these pretend bugs on their beds. I tiptoe back out, get back into my own bed, and fall back asleep. And every year, my husband and I are woken up by their surprised screams and calls for help once they discover what's all over their beds.
"Ahhhhh! Get off of me!" I hear them yell. They run down the hallway and away from the bugs as fast as they can before quickly remembering the annual prank their dear old mom plays on them year after year. They then start belly laughing uncontrollably and run to check what was put in the other's bed. The hilarity is contagious and quickly fills out whole house with the Halloween spirit.
"Mom! You got us again!" they always say over breakfast that morning before carefully devising a plan to "get mom back." They never do, of course, but just listening to their imaginations think up funny Halloween pranks to play on me (like we're in our very own prank war) makes me feel like a kid again. It makes them even more excited for trick-or-treating, and I get to relive the innocent joys of the Halloween season all over again.
I'm going to keep this family tradition going as long as I can - even when my children are teenagers (I can't wait for those eye-rolls and to hear, "Mom, you're so embarrassing"). Because no matter how old they get, I always want to remember to be silly together, because the trick part can be just as good (if not better) than the treats.
The Funny, the Cute, and the Clever: 14 Ways to Announce Your Pregnancy Using Your Older Kids
It's fairly typical for a lot of thought to go into a pregnancy announcement seeing as it'll be all over Instagram and Facebook for friends and family to see, but coming up with a clever idea can be tough. If you're welcoming baby number two (or three, or four, or more!), there are so many adorable and funny announcement ideas out there just waiting to be re-created with your older kiddos.
Check out some of our favorite announcement ideas ahead.
Why 1 Woman's Post About the Lack of Postpartum Care For New Mothers Is Going Viral
With both my pregnancies, I noticed the stark contrast between how I was treated while gestating and how I decidedly wasn't treated once I had given birth. I'd gone from weekly appointments where several nurses and doctors measured and weighed and charted and, most importantly, asked questions about how I was doing to radio silence just two days after pushing out a baby.
Six weeks later, I went in for my only postpartum checkup with my distracting baby in tow and was back in my car just 15 minutes later.
"Our world forgets about mothers. We slip through the cracks. And in that, we learn our role . . . our place in our family unit . . . to always come last."
Anneliese Lawton, a mom of two boys, experienced the same disappointing juxtaposition after she gave birth nine months ago, and her recent post is getting the attention that most new moms rarely get.
"After my boys were born, there were appointments," she wrote on Facebook. "To check their latch. To check their weight. To check their hearing. There were regular pokes and prods . . . Their well-being was front and center. I'd say, when it comes to our healthcare system, they were well taken care of. Then there was me."
As a first-time mom, she recalled being sent home "with some painkillers and stool softeners" and "thrown into motherhood" with the expectation her instincts would kick in:
That I would know how to handle colic and late night feedings.
That breastfeeding would come as nature intended.
That my husband would sense my spiral into depression.
That I would know how to live in my new and very foreign body.
That this stomach wouldn't make me feel hideous.
No one poked or prodded her, no one checked her stitches, "or my sanity," until two months later. "And even then, it was a pat on the back and I was sent on my way," she said.
What she wrote next is what has likely resonated with so many mothers online:
"Our world forgets about mothers," she said. "We slip through the cracks. We become background noise. And in that, we learn our role . . . our place in our family unit . . . to always come last."
Her advice? For others to give mothers the attention they deserve.
"We need our world to fuss over us the way they fuss over ten fresh fingers and ten fresh toes," she wrote. "We need someone to not only ask if we're OK but to check time and time again, just to be sure. We're not just a uterus. We're mothers."
And we need someone to make sure we're OK, too.
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